Run for Refugees 5K
- Date Sat 5th October 2024
- Time 11:00AM EST
- Location Lansing, Illinois
- Price Free - $40.00
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join us for the exhilarating Run for Refugees 5K on Saturday, October 5th, 2024, in beautiful Lansing, Cook! This vibrant community event kicks off with race day check-in at 8 AM, followed by the 5K run and walk starting at 9 AM. Whether you're a seasoned runner or a casual walker, this fast and flat double-loop course welcomes everyone, including strollers and kids, making it a family-friendly atmosphere.
The Run for Refugees 5K supports The Welcome Network, a non-profit organization dedicated to resettling newcomers who have fled their home countries due to war and persecution. By participating, you're not only engaging in a fun race, but you're also making a difference in the lives of those in need. With prizes for top finishers and age-group categories, along with a virtual racing option, there’s something for everyone! Regular registration is just $40 per person, and family and group discounts are available. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to run for a great cause while enjoying a day filled with positivity and community spirit!
The Run for Refugees 5K supports The Welcome Network, a non-profit organization dedicated to resettling newcomers who have fled their home countries due to war and persecution. By participating, you're not only engaging in a fun race, but you're also making a difference in the lives of those in need. With prizes for top finishers and age-group categories, along with a virtual racing option, there’s something for everyone! Regular registration is just $40 per person, and family and group discounts are available. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to run for a great cause while enjoying a day filled with positivity and community spirit!
Organiser's Description
Race day check in opens at 8am - 5K Run and Walk starting line opens at 9:00 am.
This race benefits the non-profit organization, The Welcome Network, [http://www.thewelcomenet.org] which resettles newcomers from various countries in the world. These newcomers have fled their home countries because of war or persecution. Join us for a fun race for a great cause!
Virtual option for racing as well.
CONSIDER BECOMING A FUNDRAISER FOR THE RUN FOR REFUGEES 5K. JUST CLICK "DONATE" AND THEN "BECOME A FUNDRAISER." THERE WILL BE A PRIZE FOR THE TOP FUNDRAISER!
The fast, flat course will begin and end at the church. It will be a double loop around the adjoining neighborhood. The 5K is open to serious runners as well as walkers. Strollers and kids are encouraged in our family atmosphere. This event will be timed by j3 Timing to ensure timing accuracy. There will be prizes for top finishers overall and in age-group categories.
REGULAR REGISTRATION: $40/PERSON
FAMILY DISCOUNT: $25/PERSON FOR A FAMILY OF 3 OR MORE, $25/PERSON FOR A GROUP OF 4 OR MORE!
_COME AND JOIN THE FUN AND RACE FOR AN EXCELLENT CAUSE!_
2023 SPONSORS
SMITS FARMS [https://www.smitsfarms.com/index.html], LEEPS, [https://www.leeps.com]ANYTIME FITNESS [https://www.anytimefitness.com], NAVIGATOR BOOKKEEPING [https://navigatingyourbooks.com/], CHIK-FIL-A [https://www.chick-fil-a.com], THRIVENT [https://www.thrivent.com/home], WESTPOINT FINANCIAL GROUP, [https://westpointfinancialgroup.com/] BILL'S MOVERS [https://www.billsmoversinc.com], & GREENWAY BIKEHOUSE. [https://www.greenwaybikehouse.com]
This race benefits the non-profit organization, The Welcome Network, [http://www.thewelcomenet.org] which resettles newcomers from various countries in the world. These newcomers have fled their home countries because of war or persecution. Join us for a fun race for a great cause!
Virtual option for racing as well.
CONSIDER BECOMING A FUNDRAISER FOR THE RUN FOR REFUGEES 5K. JUST CLICK "DONATE" AND THEN "BECOME A FUNDRAISER." THERE WILL BE A PRIZE FOR THE TOP FUNDRAISER!
The fast, flat course will begin and end at the church. It will be a double loop around the adjoining neighborhood. The 5K is open to serious runners as well as walkers. Strollers and kids are encouraged in our family atmosphere. This event will be timed by j3 Timing to ensure timing accuracy. There will be prizes for top finishers overall and in age-group categories.
REGULAR REGISTRATION: $40/PERSON
FAMILY DISCOUNT: $25/PERSON FOR A FAMILY OF 3 OR MORE, $25/PERSON FOR A GROUP OF 4 OR MORE!
_COME AND JOIN THE FUN AND RACE FOR AN EXCELLENT CAUSE!_
2023 SPONSORS
SMITS FARMS [https://www.smitsfarms.com/index.html], LEEPS, [https://www.leeps.com]ANYTIME FITNESS [https://www.anytimefitness.com], NAVIGATOR BOOKKEEPING [https://navigatingyourbooks.com/], CHIK-FIL-A [https://www.chick-fil-a.com], THRIVENT [https://www.thrivent.com/home], WESTPOINT FINANCIAL GROUP, [https://westpointfinancialgroup.com/] BILL'S MOVERS [https://www.billsmoversinc.com], & GREENWAY BIKEHOUSE. [https://www.greenwaybikehouse.com]
Races
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Run for Refugees 5K Run/Walk
Includes T-Shirt
Sat 5th October 2024 (10:00AM EDT)
$40.00
CLOSEDEvent open to serious runners as well as walkers and jogging or walking strollers! There will be a staggered start according to speed. -
Run for Refugees Virtual 5K Run/Walk
Includes T-Shirt
$40.00
CLOSEDEvent open to anyone that wants to join us from afar! Runners/walkers will have a week to complete the race, anywhere in the world, as long as the distance measures equal to 5K. -
Run for Refugees 5U (5 & Under) Race
Sat 5th October 2024 (11:00AM EDT)
Free
CLOSEDA chance for the "littles" (5 & Under) to show their race skills on a short, speed track.
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